Consultant ENT, Head & Neck Surgeon, Cochlear Implant Surgeon

Dr. Christopher Desouza, is a world renowned Honorary ENT and Skull Base Surgeon at Holy Spirit Hospital. With decades of experience, Dr. Desouza is internationally recognized for his contributions to ENT surgery and is especially noted for his advanced work in skull base surgery—a highly specialized and delicate area of medical science.

He combines clinical excellence with a deep commitment to patient safety and outcomes, providing both surgical and non-surgical treatment options tailored to each patient’s needs.
 

Degrees & Fellowships

• MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) — graduated from Seth G.S. Medical College & K.E.M. Hospital, Mumbai. 

• DORL (Diploma in Otorhinolaryngology) — obtained from College of Physicians & Surgeons Mumbai; he stood first in that exam and was awarded the Manubhai Mehta Gold Medal. 

• MS (Master of Surgery) in ENT — completed from University of Bombay (Mumbai) and secured first position in 1986. 

• DNB (Diplomate of National Board) in Head & Neck Surgery / ENT. 

• FACS (Fellow of the American College of Surgeons – USA) 

• FRCS (Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons – England and Ireland) – honorary fellowships. 

• (Additional) Fellowships in Otology/Neurotology and Endoscopic Sinus Surgery in the USA & Europe:

  • Otology fellowship at University of Minnesota under Prof Michael Paparella & Marcos Goycoolea. 

  • External course in Otology & Lateral Skull Base Surgery in Piacenza, Italy. 

• Honorary D. Lit (Doctor of Literature) Honoris Causa from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences in recognition of his service in community health & cochlear implants